She was lost in thought, wondering when she could finalize the divorce as quickly as possible.

Lucas approached her and extended his hand.

Aveline was wearing an elegant black gown that accentuated her noble features. Her delicate facial

features were beautifully highlighted, with a hint of innocence in her mesmerizing eyes. Her slender waist curved gracefully into her hips. Aveline placed her hand in his.

Lucas gripped it tightly, his eyes swirling with intense emotion as he said in a deep voice, "Ave, you look stunning."

Aveline smiled softly. "Thank you. Did you just realize that?"

Lucas was at a loss for words.

He felt somewhat helpless but wasn't angry. The tenderness in his eyes only grew stronger.

Taking Aaron's advice, he had been treating her warmly. Though Aveline still resisted him, their interactions over the past couple days had been relatively pleasant.

If things continued this way, perhaps their life together wouldn't be unbearable after all.

left the Tudor mansion and got into the

being held at the Tudor family's main home. The guest list included) only the upper echelons of Cloudflare City's elite - even

they saw a red carpet extending from the entrance all

decorated. Red banners displaying birthday wishes for

"Lucas has arrived!"

that woman with

she's

murmurs arose

handsome yet stern face remained expressionless as he led Aveline directly into

some friends when he spotted Lucas entering

moment," he said with a slight nod to his

not to bring her? She has no status. How dare she show up at an event like this?" Lucas remained impassive as he responded, "Her status is that of my legal

as he asked, "Have you introduced

you mentioned it," Lucas

in the foyer to hear clearly, "Fetch a coat for my

was momentarily

Frederick's expression instantly darkened.

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